Ashgrove Veterinary Centre

06/11/2026

A huge congratulations to our Vet Vici who has successfully completed her PgC Certificate in Exotic Animal Practice 🦎🐰🐢🦜

This is a fantastic achievement and reflects her dedication to providing the very best care for all our patients — especially our exotics 🐹

We’re incredibly proud of all her hard work and commitment. Please join us in congratulating her on this amazing accomplishment! 🎉

20/10/2026

Due to retirement we have a Receptionist job opportunity!
We are seeking a full-time dedicated and compassionate afternoon/ evening Veterinary Receptionist to join our Peterculter team. The ideal candidate will be confident and possess excellent communication skills to interact with pet owners and their animals. We are looking for someone who will fit in with our friendly team and will go the extra mile to provide a professional and personal service to our clients. This can be a challenging role at times, so the candidate must have the ability to work under pressure. This position will include afternoon / evening shifts mostly at Peterculter but cover possible at all three of our surgeries - Aberdeen, Peterculter and Portlethen.

Responsibilities

Greet clients and their pets upon arrival, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
Schedule appointments and manage the surgery diary efficiently.
Processing payments and cashing up accurately.
Assist in maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring all information is up-to-date.
Assist with administrative tasks such as processing insurance claims, administering our pet health scheme, stock control and credit control.
Manage phone calls/emails, respond to enquiries, and provide follow-up communication.
Ensure the reception area is clean, tidy, and stocked with necessary supplies.
Work with team members to ensure that reception works smoothly and efficiently.
Experience
Veterinary reception experience would be an advantage in this position, but experience in a busy reception environment would be considered.

Please apply with covering letter and cv to the Practice Manager at [email protected]

19/10/2026

🎆Fireworks can be exciting for us, but for many pets, the loud bangs, flashes and unfamiliar sounds can be frightening.

Here are some simple ways to help your pets feel more comfortable:

🏠 Create a safe space
Set up a quiet, cosy area where your pet can retreat. Include their bed, favourite toys and something that smells familiar.

🔒 Keep them safely indoors
Close windows, doors and cat flaps before the fireworks begin. Make sure your pet’s microchip and contact details are up to date, just in case they escape.

📺 Mask the noise
Close curtains and play the TV, radio or calming music at a comfortable volume to help reduce the impact of sudden bangs.

🐕 Walk dogs before dark
Take your dog for their walk while it’s still light and keep them securely on a lead.

🐰 Don’t forget your bunnies
Bring outdoor rabbits into a secure, quiet indoor space if possible. If they must remain outside, partly cover their hutch or run with blankets to help muffle the noise, while leaving plenty of ventilation. Make sure they have access to a familiar companion, hiding places, food and water, and check on them regularly.

☺️ Stay calm and reassuring
Your pet may look to you for reassurance. Stay relaxed and let them choose whether they want to hide, stay close to you or move around.

💊 Worried about your pet?
If your pet becomes extremely distressed by fireworks, speak to us before firework season. We can discuss ways to help, including behaviour support and, where appropriate, medication.

❤️ A little preparation can make a big difference.

10/10/2026

Today marks World Mental Health Day, and as a team at Ashgrove, we believe it’s important to encourage open conversations that promote greater understanding and help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.

The veterinary profession is incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with unique emotional challenges that can take a toll on our mental wellbeing.

Mental health deserves the same care, attention and understanding as physical health.

By recognising the importance of mental health, both within our profession and across the wider community, we can better support one another and provide the best possible care for our team, our clients and our beloved patients.

We’re proud to support Vetlife, a charity dedicated to providing support to the veterinary community. 💚

https://www.vetlife.org.uk

29/09/2026

Laparoscopic spaying ✨

We’re excited to share a very special milestone — meet our first patient, Evie to undergo a laparoscopic spay with us 💖

Laparoscopic spaying is a minimally invasive alternative to the traditional spay surgery. It involves smaller incisions, less tissue handling and a more comfortable recovery for your pet.

If you’re considering having your dog spayed and would like to find out whether laparoscopic surgery is suitable for them, please get in touch with our team. We’d be happy to talk you through the procedure, the benefits, and what you can expect before and after surgery.

25/09/2026

Meet Banana 🍌

This handsome Ragdoll came to visit us for neutering and of course he brought his favourite toy along for some moral support.

We wish you a speedy recovery Banana 💛

12/09/2026

Best of luck to our team taking on the beast today 💪
Proud of you all 🏅

04/09/2026

🐉 Meet Kayda, the Bearded Dragon

Kayda recently came to see us when her owner noticed she wasn’t quite herself. Investigations revealed that she had some very large follicles on her ovaries, which were making up over 10% of her body weight.

Our vet Alison spayed Kayda to prevent further problems. Kayda sailed through her surgery and she’s now back home feeling like her best self again 💚

⚠️ Graphic image included — ovarian cysts shown.

04/09/2026

Veterinary Care Assistant Position Available

We’re looking for a friendly, caring and enthusiastic Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA) to join our team.

As a VCA, you’ll play an important role in supporting our veterinary team, helping us provide the highest standard of patient care, while ensuring our clinic remains clean and welcoming.

We’re seeking someone who is reliable, compassionate, hardworking and a great team player. If you have a genuine passion for animal welfare, enjoy working as part of a busy team, and want to make a real difference to the care and wellbeing of our patients, we’d love to hear from you.

Full-time position available
1 Saturday in 4
Working as part of a friendly and supportive veterinary team

Interested in joining us or would like to find out more?

Please send your CV and covering letter to:

Jacqueline Don
[email protected]

Trust the dedicated veterinary team at Ashgrove to take care of your family pet. Experienced veterinary surgeons and nurses. Call 01224 486 444.

31/08/2026

Nibbler and Gizmo 🐰

Just look at these two post op superstars ⭐️

They enjoyed their post op recovery food so much that they happily ate it all by themselves - no syringe feeding required.

A good appetite is an important part of post op recovery, and these two certainly weren’t going to let surgery get in the way of their lunch.